Woman rescued from River Mersey in south Manchester

More than a month since first walking out, bus drivers who face 'daily abuse' have been making their voices heard. Unite the Union members working for First Manchester have today (Friday, August 4) walked out in a dispute over pay and conditions.

Gareth Southgate has defended his decision to keep picking Harry Maguire but insists there are 'some good young centre-backs' ready to challenge for his England place.

A major IT failure is has been affecting hospitals across Greater Manchester since early this morning, resulting in patients being 'sent home from waiting rooms'.

A £35m regeneration project which will see Bolton town centre undergo a huge transformation is underway. The Central Street Project, which will deliver 167 new rental homes boasting rooftop terraces and gardens, has entered a key phase, with the site fully prepared and foundations now being installed.

Sturm Graz manager Christian Ilzer has described Rasmus Hojlund as "self-confident" and "cocky" ahead of him finalising his move to Manchester United.

A woman who neglected both her rabbit and dog has been banned from keeping animals for five years. By the time the rabbit, which had suffered for weeks, was taken to a vet it was in such ill health it had to be put down. The dog was infested with fleas and had alopecia.

Three men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man fell into a river.

Former Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck said that Jordan Henderson's farewell message to Liverpool fans 'even brought a tear to a Manc' after his move to Al-Ettifaq was confirmed.

A leading barrister is set to be appointed to assess the cases of three women who have accused Greater Manchester Police of unjustified strip searches while in custody.

A woman has hit out at Uber after claiming her daughter was wrongfully charged an £80 cleaning fee for being sick in a taxi.

An east Manchester community has been left 'shocked' and grieving this evening after a 50-year-old woman died in a house fire.

An alarming map of Manchester has revealed which places are 'more than three degrees warmer' on the hottest days, according to a campaign group. The map shows which parts of the city benefit from trees and green spaces.

The first images of the new homes which could be built on the site of a legendary former Manchester nightclub have been revealed. More than 300 affordable homes are planned across four plots of land in Moss Side.

A 'beautiful' young woman died after falling from the window of her fourth floor hotel room in Spain, an inquest has heard.

First Manchester bus drivers have announced six more strike days as a row over pay rumbles on. Industrial action by around 360 Unite trade union members will now stretch into next month following today's announcement.

Police have said 'concern is growing' for a missing woman with links to Stockport and Manchester, who has not been seen for six days.

Brits have been warned not to go swimming at several beaches across the UK today. Heavy rain over the weekend has led to sewage outflows at various sites and pollution warnings have been issued for Blackpool and Cleveleys.

A teenage girl has died after a van left a major slip road before crashing into a metal barrier. Bonny Rae Barrow was rushed to Royal Manchester Children's Hospital after being left with serious injuries following the crash.

A woman says she was left 'mortified' after she was charged £66 for a Bolt because the driver accused her of unrinating on the seat.

Manchester United's valuation of Harry Maguire could prevent him from leaving the club this summer unless there is a compromise on any fee.